Shape Governance. Drive Value. Enable Organisational Success.
- Strategic leadership opportunity
- Lead Council's procurement, contracts and purchasing functions
- Attractive executive remuneration and benefits
The City of Ryde is a dynamic and diverse local government area with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services, infrastructure, and facilities to our community. We are proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
An exciting opportunity now exists for an experienced procurement leader to join Council as Manager Procurement and Contract Services.
Reporting to the Director Business Services, this leadership role will be responsible for leading Council's procurement, contract management and purchasing functions, ensuring procurement, and contracting activities are undertaken in accordance with legislative requirements, probity principles, policy frameworks, and best-practice governance standards.
Leading teams across Procurement, Contracts and Purchasing, you will provide expert advice, education and guidance to managers and stakeholders across the organisation, helping to deliver value-for-money outcomes, manage risk and strengthen procurement capability across Council. The role also plays a key part in contract governance, supplier management, procurement assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished leader who is passionate about governance, compliance, and organisational improvement. You will work closely with the Executive Leadership Team and senior stakeholders, influencing procurement practices across a diverse and complex organisation with procurement and contract expenditure exceeding $80 million annually.
About You
You will bring:
- Tertiary qualifications in procurement, supply chain management, project management, business, or a related discipline.
- Significant leadership experience within Local Government, or a combination of Local Government, public sector, and other large, complex matrix organisations, leading teams and managing resources across procurement, tendering and contract administration functions
- Demonstrated success leading procurement and contract management functions in a highly regulated environment.
- Strong knowledge of procurement legislation, probity, governance, risk management, and contract administration.
- Experience developing procurement frameworks, policies, systems, and practices that enhance compliance, efficiency, and organisational outcomes.
- Ability to build high-performing teams and foster a positive, customer-focused culture.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience preparing high-level reports and advice for executive audiences.
- Experience utilising procurement systems, ERP platforms, and data analytics to support informed decision-making, compliance and continuous improvement.
On a personal level, you will be a collaborative and influential leader who demonstrates sound judgement, integrity and a commitment to delivering practical solutions that support organisational success and community outcomes.
What We Offer
- Competitive executive remuneration package
- Leaseback vehicle option
- Flexible work arrangements
- Modern offices located at Macquarie Park
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to establish and shape a critical function within Council
Your commencing annual salary will range from $195,100 to $226,862 + Leaseback Vehicle + Superannuation, dependent on your experience and qualifications.
How to apply
Please ensure you give full answers to the online application questions, showcasing your abilities and experience. Your answers, in conjunction with your resume, will determine if you are invited to an interview.
Please note you do not need a “password” to use our on-line application system, however you have the option save and return to your application prior to the closing date. In addition to answering the online questions, this position requires you to attach your Resume to complete the application process. Please note, you are not required to submit a cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.
Closing Date: Sunday 26th July 2026 at 11:30pm
If you would like to know more, please see the position description or job-related enquiries please contact Kelly Hawkins, Talent Acquisition Specialist on 9952 8480 for a confidential discussion.
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